England 0 - 0 USA: Highlights!

Group B v USA in Qatar lacks intensity as three Lions beat USA in a goalless draw


England beat USA 0-0 to move closer to qualifying for the knockout stages of the World Cup. Advanced to the best 16.

A defeat to Wales by just over four goals would prevent Group B leaders England from progressing to the next stage, but Southgate was disappointed by the team's significantly lower performance and the fact that the business phase of this stage competition is still in full swing. I have doubts as to how it can be regained in shape.

After England defeated Iran 6-2 in their opening game in Qatar, supporters were optimistic about the squad's formation for last summer's European Championship final. But after the final whistle, Gareth and his Southgate-led team were booed by the traveling fans as they slowed their pace and were incoherent against the energetic USA. Christian Pulisic hit the bar with a shot in the first half and Harry Maguire had to dodge a number of corners as the Americans pressed in the second half. There was no way to imitate that famous upset of his 1950 game, but America did enough to recalibrate its perception of England's prospects and raise hopes for progress.

Harry Kane's blocked shot early in the game and Luke Shaw's header from a Luke Shaw free-kick in second-half stoppage time almost did as the Three Lions' toothless attack managed the USA in a stunning performance.
Meanwhile, the USA sits third in Group B, one point behind Iran, who will face them on Tuesday. If you win, you will be in the top 16.